Vacancy title:
Receptionist

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Admin & Office, Customer Service, Restaurant & Hospitality]

Jobs at:
Mountains of the Moon University

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, September 11 2026

Duty Station:
Uganda | Uganda

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, August 31 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Background

Mountains of the Moon University (MMU) is a Public University established under Statutory Instrument Number 2 of 2022, hence a body Corporate with perpetual succession and a Common Seal. MMU strives to become an academic Centre of excellence, by recruiting high caliber staff. MMU therefore invites applications from suitably qualified and skilled Ugandans for the following positions: -

Purpose of the job

To serve as the first point of contact, managing front desk operations, welcoming visitors and supporting administrative functions.

Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities shall be to:

• Handle all incoming calls;
• Manage Public requests as appropriate;
• Register and direct visitors to appropriate offices;
• Handle administrative support tasks;
• Maintain a clean and organized front desk area;
• Ensure safety and confidentiality of incoming and outgoing correspondence, documents and office records;
• Perform any other official duties assigned from time to time.

Person Specifications

a) Qualifications

• Diploma in Office Administration or Secretarial and Office Administration from a recognized Institution of Higher Learning.
• Certificate in Customer Care or Front Office/Desk Management; or Leisure and Hospitality Management is a MUST.

b) Competences

• Integrity and Confidentiality
• Accountability and Professionalism.
• Excellent Communication.
• Teamwork, interpersonal skills, and Customer Care.
• Time Management.
• Demonstrated Computer Literacy.

Additional Notes

N.B: Application not in one PDF file and those arriving after the closing time and date will not be considered. Details of the job advert can be accessed on the University website: www.mmu.ac.ug. The application must be received by 5:00 p.m. on 11th September 2026. MMU is an equal opportunity employer, and appointments to all positions are based on merit. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted formally. Females and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: associate degree

Job application procedure
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Interested and eligible candidates MUST ELECTRONICALLY submit the application documents below merged as one document in PDF

• Application letter.
• A detailed up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) containing names and contacts of three (3) credible referees.
• Certified copies of the relevant academic/professional Transcripts and Certificates.
• Copies of relevant appointment and confirmation letter (s).
• Copy of National Identity Card.
• Details of the physical address, telephone contact and Mail address.
• Any other relevant documentation to support the application.

N.B: Application not in one PDF file and those arriving after the closing time and date will not be considered. Details of the job advert can be accessed on the University website: www.mmu.ac.ug.

Applications should be addressed to:-

The University Secretary

Mountains of the Moon University

P.O. Box 837, Lake Saaka Campus, Block C, Ground Level Fort Portal, Uganda.

The application must be received by 5:00 p.m. on 11th September 2026.

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